DEFORMABLE TO RIGID

 

Description: The definition cards of DEFORMABLE TO RIGID specify properties of deformable parts. Deformable parts may be switched to rigid at the start of a calculation using the DEFORM TO RIGID card.   Part switching may be specified on a restart or it may be performed automatically using the AUTOMATIC card.  The INERTIA card sets inertial properties for deformable parts that will be switched to rigid.

 

Usage:

 

1.  When CREATE is selected, DSI prompts to select option.

 

 

•     The preceding commands yield varying definition cards.  Refer to the LS-DYNA User's Manual for further description.